Mystery in Manhattan: The start of a cozy mystery series from Kelly Oliver

Kelly Oliver

Nov 2022 · A Fiona Figg & Kitty Lane Mystery Book 1 · Boldwood Books Ltd

About this ebook

"The perfect wartime spy; Fiona Figg is smart, sneaky, and full of surprises... A fun whodunit that will keep you turning the pages!” Cathi Stoler, author of The Murder On The Rocks Mysteries.

'A fun, mix of whodunnit and thriller set amid American high society' T. A. Williams

'Fast-paced, tongue-in-cheek spy romp. Enjoy the ride' Frances Evesham

Can Fiona catch a killer and find a decent cup of tea before her mustache wax melts?

1917. New York.

Notorious spy, Fredrick Fredricks, has invited Fiona to Carnegie Hall to hear a famous soprano. It’s an opportunity the War Office can’t turn down. Fiona and Clifford are soon on their way, but not before Fiona is saddled with chaperon duties for Captain Hall’s niece. Is Fiona a spy or a glorified babysitter?

From the minute Fiona meets the soprano aboard the RMS Adriatic it’s treble on the high C’s. Fiona sees something—or someone—thrown overboard, and then she overhears a chemist plotting in German with one of her own countrymen!

And the trouble doesn’t stop when they disembark. Soon Fiona is doing time with a group of suffragettes and investigating America’s most impressive inventor Thomas Edison.

When her number one suspect turns up dead at the opera and Fredrick Fredricks is caught red-handed, it looks like it’s finally curtains for the notorious spy.

But all the evidence points to his innocence. Will Fiona change her tune and clear her nemesis’ name? Or will she do her duty? And just what is she going to do with the pesky Kitty Lane? Not to mention swoon-worthy Archie Somersby . . .

If Fiona’s going to come out on top, she’s going to have to make the most difficult decision of her life: the choice between her head and her heart.

What readers are saying about Kelly Oliver:

"Will keep you turning the pages and laughing all the way!" Dianne Freeman

“A cross between an Agatha Christie and a Sherlock Holmes sleuthing story. Just brilliant!” NetGalley Reviewer

"This historical mystery delivers twists and turns. I can't wait for the next one!" Muddy Rose Reviews

"I love Fiona Figg!" Margaret Mizushima

“Couldn't put it down.” Amazon Reviewer

"A perfect blend of wit, fun, and intrigue." Debra Goldstein

“I am hooked on these amazing characters.” Amazon Reviewer

"A fun diversion with an entertaining female lead." Kirkus Reviews

“Fans of Susan Elia MacNeal will gobble up this series! Highly recommend." L.A. Chandlar

“Diabolical plot twists, interesting red herrings, colorful characters, make this a good whodunit.” NetGalley Reviewer

Ratings and reviews

If you love historical mysteries, especially British, you will fall in love with Fiona Figg! Yes, I have to admit I am a little obsessed with them and really enjoy listening on audible (which this has and will listen!) Kelly blends history and fiction together with actual people from this time period and events which is always fabulous! From London to New York, Fiona is invited by German Spy Fredrick to Carnegie Hall in NY to hear a fabulous Soprano. With her duties of watching out for a young

This was an easy, enjoyable, and lively read that kept me guessing and entertained. I admired Feisty Fiona, she was independent and ahead of her time. The writing style was easy to follow and descriptive and pulled colorful and detailed visuals to my mind's eye. The engaging storylines were well-paced and populated with unique, amusing, and authentic characters. I’m already looking forward to more of Ms. Figg’s breezy adventures.

About the author

Kelly Oliver is the award-winning, bestselling author of three mysteries series: The Jessica James Mysteries, The Pet Detective Mysteries, and the historical cozies The Fiona Figg Mysteries, set in WW1. She is also the Distinguished Professor of Philosophy at Vanderbilt University and lives in Nashville, Tennessee.